Christopher D. Mercado, M.D.
Christopher D. Mercado is a Family Medicine specialist based in Las Vegas, NV with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Christopher D. Mercado, M.D. has been part of the Las Vegas medical community since 2011 in independent practice. A University of Nevada School of Medicine graduate since 2011, he brings 15+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 80.21/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in Nevada
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in Nevada
- Federal MIPS score higher than 57% of MIPS-scored doctors in Nevada
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1381dNPPES updated 2022-08-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4855 Blue Diamond Rd Ste 220, Las Vegas, NV 89139-7602
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Nevada, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202380.21/100
Nevada avg: 67.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in NevadaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.67%
Nevada avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Nevada0.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
Nevada avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in NevadaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
259
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
619
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,352
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $607k
Percentile rankings compared against 283 reporting peers in Nevada.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$937 received from industry
50 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Christopher D. Mercado's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Nevada School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 10, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Nevada School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
Po Box 33269, Phoenix, AZ 85067-3269
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Christopher D. Mercado
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Christopher D. Mercado for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Las Vegas required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher D. Mercado
Dr. Mercado is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Las Vegas, NV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (702) 616-5801.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Christopher D. Mercado
Practice Location
4855 Blue Diamond Rd Ste 220, Las Vegas, NV 89139-7602
Mailing Address
Po Box 33269, Phoenix, AZ 85067-3269
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